hold

Meaning

to grasp or carry something; to maintain a position

to grasp, carry, or keep in position; to maintain

Example Sentences

Please hold my hand.

Please hold the door open for me.

Example Expressions

hold on

Synonyms

grasp, grip, carry, contain, keep, maintain, support

Entry 1

grasp, grip, carry, contain

Entry 2

grip, grasp, keep, maintain, support

Antonyms

release, drop, let go, free

Entry 1

release, drop, let go, free

Entry 2

release, let go

Collocations

hold hands, hold position, hold meeting, hold breath, hold tight, hold responsibility

Entry 1

hold hands, hold position, hold meeting, hold breath, hold tight, hold responsibility

Entry 2

hold hands, hold position, hold tight, hold meeting